POLICE SERVICE
Sussex is divided into six geographical divisions, each led by a chief superintendent as divisional commander. Divisions are then divided into districts. Each district is commanded by a chief inspector.
The neighbourhood policing teams are key to this. They run your local police station, now open longer, and play a huge role in policing the district, from dealing with 999 calls to building long-term initiatives that improve the quality of life.
The police have joined up with the rural community of Horsham to launch Farm and Countryside Watch and help reduce rural crime, another clear demonstration of our close links with the community. For further information, visit www.sussex.police.uk
Contacting Sussex Police:
In an emergency always dial 999.
If your call is a non-emergency dial 0845 60 70 999
People with hearing or speech difficulties can use a text phone on our Minicom number (01273) 483435
Sussex Police Authority
The SPA is an independent body made up of local people. Their job is to ensure that Sussex Police is efficient and effective, and offers the people of Sussex best value for money and that partnership with other agencies and working with the community remains at the heart of policing by consent in Sussex.
For further information about the Sussex Police Authority please contact:
John Godfrey
Clerk of the Police Authority
Sussex Police Authority
County Hall
St Anne's Crescent
Lewes
East Sussex
BN7 1SW
Telephone: 01273 481561
www.sussexpoliceauthority.gov.uk
| Mrs Ann Swain ann@horsham.co.uk |
North Downs Division Crawley, Horsham & Mid Sussex Policing Districts & Gatwick Division |
Community Safety Co-ordinator
Dave Simmons
Pelham House
St Andrews Lane
Lewes BN7 1UN
Telephone 01273 481317
Email : david.simmons@sussex.police.uk
Stay safe, follow these safety tips:
- Fit locks with keys to all ground floor and other accessible windows
- Fit good quality locks to outer doors, ideally to BS 3621
- Ensure that patio doors are fitted with anti lift devices and multipoint locks
- Fit external security lighting
- Consider fitting an alarm system
- Photograph your property and have it marked with your postcode
- Ensure your home looks occupied even when you are away and ask a neighbour you trust to check on it
- Join Neighbourhood Watch if you are not already a member